Status:
valid
Authors:
Deble & F.S.Alves
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 236: 109 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001344379
Common Names
- Cypella ravenniana
- Ravennian Cypella
- Ravennian Star-tulip
Description
Cypella ravenniana (also called Ravenna Cypella, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Iridaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, and has small, linear leaves and yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Cypella ravenniana is used as an ornamental plant and for medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Cypella ravenniana flower is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cypella ravenniana can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Cypella ravenniana
Cypella ravenniana is native to Brazil.
Cypella ravenniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cypella ravenniana?
Cypella ravenniana
What are the common uses of Cypella ravenniana?
Cypella ravenniana is used as an ornamental plant.
What is the natural habitat of Cypella ravenniana?
Cypella ravenniana is found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia.
Species in the Cypella genus
Cypella aquatilis,
Cypella armosa,
Cypella craterantha,
Cypella crenata,
Cypella curuzupensis,
Cypella discolor,
Cypella elegans,
Cypella exilis,
Cypella fucata,
Cypella geniculata,
Cypella hauthalii,
Cypella herbertii,
Cypella laeta,
Cypella lapidosa,
Cypella laxa,
Cypella mandonii,
Cypella oreophila,
Cypella osteniana,
Cypella pabstiana,
Cypella pusilla,
Cypella catharinensis,
Cypella unguiculata,
Cypella brasiliensis,
Cypella amambaica,
Cypella trimontina,
Cypella suffusa,
Cypella luteogibbosa,
Cypella magnicristata,
Cypella rivularis,
Cypella boliviana,
Cypella aurinegra,
Cypella ravenniana,
Species in the Iridaceae family
Alophia drummondii,
Alophia intermedia,
Alophia medusa,
Alophia silvestris,
Alophia veracruzana,
Aristea abyssinica,
Aristea africana,
Aristea alata,
Aristea anceps,
Aristea angolensis,
Aristea angustifolia,
Aristea bakeri,
Aristea bequaertii,
Aristea biflora,
Aristea cantharophila,
Aristea capitata,
Aristea cladocarpa,
Aristea compressa,
Aristea cuspidata,
Aristea dichotoma,
Aristea djalonis,
Aristea ecklonii,
Aristea fimbriata,
Aristea flexicaulis,
Aristea galpinii,
Aristea glauca,
Aristea goetzei,
Aristea grandis,
Aristea humbertii,
Aristea inaequalis,
Aristea juncifolia,
Aristea kitchingii,
Aristea latifolia,
Aristea lugens,
Aristea madagascariensis,
Aristea montana,
Aristea monticola,
Aristea nyikensis,
Aristea oligocephala,
Aristea palustris,
Aristea parviflora,
Aristea pauciflora,
Aristea platycaulis,
Aristea polycephala,
Aristea pusilla,
Aristea racemosa,
Aristea ranomafana,
Aristea recisa,
Aristea rigidifolia,
Aristea rupicola,